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Client:
Scottish Canals
Location:
The Falkirk Wheel
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
84d6e7f18844
Job Views:
8
Posted:
23.01.2025
Expiry Date:
09.03.2025
Job Description:
Scottish Canals is looking for Destination Associate - Boat Skippers to join our friendly team at The Falkirk Wheel!
We are looking for passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our team and work with us over our Spring to Autumn 2025 season.
If you’re interested in boating and working at one of Scotland's top visitor attractions, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The boat crew are front line customer service staff, welcoming visitors and leading them through The Falkirk Wheel boat trip experience.
Our pace, personality and people make us amongst Scotland’s top visitor attractions. From welcoming thousands of international visitors, serving customers and creating memorable experiences.
Full uniform and training will be provided.
Key Duties Include:
* Ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Maritime & Coastguard Agency for the operation of the vessels and also for the maintenance of their Boat Master Licence.
* Being aware of, and adhering to, the contents of the Domestic Passenger Ships Safety Management Code.
To be successful you will have:
* Possess MCA Boat Master License or have fulfilled basic training requirements to qualify for assessment of BML.
* Current ML5.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* A real enjoyment for dealing with the public.
* The ability to deliver a professional service to customers.
* Comfortable dealing with an audience of visitors; including presenting to an audience.
* Good time management and organisational skills.
* The ability to work well under pressure.
* A sense of own initiative with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* A flexible approach to the role.
This role attracts a salary of £16.46 per hour. You will work on a rota which may include weekends and bank holidays.
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